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dmcintosh

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A nurse suspects that a patient is still in pain because of nonadherence to the opioid regimen. Which physical sign would help confirm this suspicion?
 
  1. Dilated pupils
  2. Constricted pupils
  3. Hypotension
  4. Slow respirations

Question 2

Which class of drugs should the nurse instruct the patient starting opioids to avoid because of the risk of worsening respiratory depression?
 
  1. Antihypertensives
  2. Benzodiazepines
  3. Antacids
  4. Oral antidiabetics


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kiamars2010

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1

Answer to Question 2

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dmcintosh

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Gracias!

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